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Chalmers Home is a rest home with spark. It’s a truly elder-centred community where residents get involved in the running of the home. They tell us they love the friendly, vibrant and family-focused atmosphere, as well as the modern facility with its beautiful views over the Pacific Ocean.

OUR PHILOSOPHY
Chalmers Home, like all Enliven Central homes, embraced an elder directed model of care called the Eden Alternative.

This means we work to ensure the elders of Chalmers Home have companionship, variety and spontaneity, fun, meaningful activity and purpose in their lives. It ensures that elders are involved in decisions that relate to both their personal wellbeing and what happens at their home.

Here, residents are supported to maintain their independence and routines, and to continue with hobbies, interests and passions, in a way that’s right for the individual.

OUR PEOPLE
Our staff are not only highly trained, they’re also friendly, caring and embrace our elder-directed philosophy of care.

At Chalmers Home, in addition to rest home care we also provide hospital level services. This means we have nurses on-duty 24-hours-a-day. The doctor also visits regularly and we are in regular contact to ensure all clinical needs are met.

SERVICES
Enliven’s Chalmers Home offers rest home and hospital level care services, as well as short term respite, health recovery care and an engaging day programme.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS
As an Enliven home we’re proud to be more than just ‘family friendly’. At Chalmers Home, your family is part of our family. After all, family, friends and the community play a big part in life here.

At Chalmers, you’ll find there are no set visiting times; you can invite your grandchildren, family and friends to visit at any time. Plus we have a great toy box and games to keep the little ones entertained!

You may like to invite family or friends to join in the special events and social outings organised by Chalmers Home. And of course, family and friends are always welcome to join you for a meal.

Family Works Taranaki, also run by Presbyterian Support Central, can provide counselling services when needed

Diversional Therapist

Yes

The full time Diversional Therapist offers a varied and stimulating programme. Weekly outings in the Chalmers Home coach along with the art, reading, crossword and cards groups are part of this programme.

In-house chaplain provides ecumenical support. All church denominations are welcome, and a number provide regular services.

Other Personnel

Yes

We are well supported by a committed team of volunteers

Updated: 18 Jul 2016

Specialities or Areas of Expertise

Specialities or Areas of Expertise

Specialities or Areas of Expertise

Status

Details

End of Life/Palliative Care

Yes

All staff trained in palliative care. Close liasion with Taranaki Hospice.

Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management

Yes

Oxygen Management

Yes

Surgical Followup

Yes

Wound Care

Yes

Diabetic Care

Yes

Continence Advisor

Yes

Infection Control

Yes

Stomal Therapist

Yes

Psychiatric Care

Yes

Close Liaison with Taranaki Base Hospital Psychogeriatric Team

Stroke Rehabilitation

Yes

Close Liaison with A T & R Unit Taranaki Base Hospital

Tracheotomy Care

Yes

If required

Dialysis

Yes

Close liaison with Taranaki Base Hospital Renal Unit

Spinal Injuries

Yes

Available if required.

Gerontological Care

Yes

This is our speciality

Urology

Yes

Close liaison with Taranaki Base Hospital A T & R Unit

Community Health

Yes

Presbyterian Support Central provide a home based service.

Clinical Manager

Yes

Senior Registered Nurse in this position. We have an appointed Clinical Director.

Psychologist

Yes

Referral made as appropriate

Psychiatrist

Yes

Referral made as appropriate

Updated: 18 Jul 2016

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay

Status

Details

Respite

Yes

Carer Support

Yes

Subsidised

Yes

Private Paying

Yes

Updated: 18 Jul 2016

Features

Features

Feature

Status

Details

Under 65 yrs with Disability

Yes

Contract with Ministry of Health

Day Care

Yes

5 days a week, lunchtime meal provided plus transport

Primary Health Funded Short Term Care

Yes

In association with DHB and NASC agency.

Palliative Care Contract

Yes

Te Rangimarie Hospice – New Plymouth

Whanau Room

Yes

Lounges available for families

Rooms (Single)

Yes

Rooms (Shared)

Yes

Rooms (Suit Couple)

No

We welcome couples at Chalmers Home, talk to us about the options available.

Ensuite

No

Bathrooms and toilets appropriately located throughout the facility

May Bring Own Furniture

Yes

The rooms can be furnished, but residents are invited to make the space their own. You can bring along your own familiar furniture and furnishings. Many residents bring along photos, artwork, ornaments, furniture and bed covers.

Alcohol Permitted

Yes

Pets In Residence

Yes

Some pets belong to the home and residents have chosen to look after them. Other pets have moved in with their owners.

Negotiate To Bring Own Pet

Yes

We understand that pets are part of the family too. Talk to us about your pet moving into the home with you – pets are usually welcomed with open arms as long as they get on with other people and animals.

Special Features

Special Features

Eden Alternative- a philosophy of care

We have adopted the Eden Alternative at Chalmers Home, which means we work to create vibrant living and work environments for our residents. We encourage residents to maintain their own routines and continue with hobbies and interests. Residents' pets, the presence of children, plenty of plants and gardens and a high level of local community involvement is a part of our Homes' everyday life.

Updated: 18 Jul 2016

Interests & Activities

Interests & Activities

A highlight for many residents is the social life and companionship at Chalmers Home. As well as enjoying the company of others at a similar stage of life, Chalmers Home residents get involved in organising daily happenings and special events – making the most of the varied social calendar.

We have a wide range of interest groups. Regular activities and events include sight-seeing trips, guest entertainers, craft, themed parties and gardening.

Additional Information

Additional Information

Topic

Details

Details re Meals

Each day we provide our residents their breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and snacks. We’ll make sure you always have plenty of delicious food to enjoy. Our menus are co-designed by a dietician and chef to ensure there is plenty of diversity and that your meals are nutritious and satisfying, made right on-site. We encourage you to enjoy your meals in the dining room with your friends. Morning and afternoon tea is served around the home and snacks and fruit are always available in the dining room or kitchenettes.

Staffing Details

We have a strong emphasis on continuing education. Low staff turnover indicates a commitment to the wellbeing of our clients.

Updated: 22 Jul 2016

Languages Spoken

Languages Spoken

Language

Status

Details

English

Yes

Filipino

Yes

Interpreter

Yes

Maori - Te Reo

Yes

Samoan

Yes

Tongan

Yes

Updated: 18 Jul 2016

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Status

Details

Anglican

Yes

Baptist

Yes

Brethren

Yes

Christian

Yes

Denominations/Faiths represented

Yes

Inter denominational

Yes

Jehovah Witness

Yes

Methodist

Yes

Non denominational

Yes

Presbyterian

Yes

Roman Catholic

Yes

Salvation Army

Yes

Seventh Day Adventist

Yes

(Other comments)

Yes

Chalmers Home welcomes people of all religious backgrounds and assists residents in making arrangements for worship

Updated: 18 Jul 2016

Distances

Distances

Location

Distance

Details

Public Transport

All available and all close to Chalmers Home as we are located centrally

Mall

1.20 km

We are a 3 minute drive/15 min walk to the centre of town.

Parks

We are right around the corner from the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway.

Library

A library bus visits outside of the home every fortnight. The central library is a short distance away.

Chalmers Home has adopted the Eden Alternative. Working to create vibrant living for our residents. Pets, the presence of children, plenty of plants and gardens and a high level of local community involvement is a part of our Homes' everyday life.